The Washington State Parks system turns 100 this year and as part of the celebration special events are happening throughout the year at many of the parks. Click this link for an official calendar of events.

To help kick things off, on Saturday, March 30 all state parks will be free to visit. Ordinarily, a daily or annual Discover Pass is required at state parks (and wildlife areas). The $10 per day fee might seem a bit steep to some, but it’s actually a good deal compared to the admission fee at just about any commercial recreation facility, and, all things considered the $30 annual pass is a bargain if you regularly get out and enjoy the outdoors.